🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Cadillac Model: Escalade Model Generations Covered: Second Generation (GMT820 platform) Model Years Covered: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 Codes Chassis Code: GMT820 👋 Introduction Market Position Market Position: The Cadillac Escalade of this era was positioned as a full-size luxury SUV, offering premium comfort, advanced features for its time, and a commanding presence, competing with other luxury SUVs like the Lincoln Navigator and Land Rover Range Rover. Competitive Analysis Competitive Analysis: This generation of Escalade built upon the previous model's success, solidifying its status in the luxury SUV segment with a focus on refined interior appointments, powerful V8 engines, and advanced (for the time) electronic features. Key Features Key Features: Standard V8 power, available All-Wheel Drive, luxurious interior appointments (leather seating, premium audio), substantial towing capacity, and the distinctive Cadillac styling. The manual covers the comprehensive details needed to maintain and repair these premium features. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Areas: All systems and components of the Cadillac Escalade for the specified model years. Page Count Page Count: Extensive (exact number varies by digital format, but represents a comprehensive factory-level document) Manual Type Manual Type: Complete Workshop Service Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Downloadable Digital Format (typically PDF) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Systems Covered: Engine mechanical, engine control systems (ECM/PCM), fuel system, ignition system, cooling system, lubrication system, exhaust system, transmission (automatic), drivetrain (AWD/RWD), brakes (hydraulic, ABS), suspension (front and rear), steering, HVAC, electrical system (including wiring diagrams), body and chassis, interior systems, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and specifications. Procedures Included Procedures Included: Routine maintenance, scheduled maintenance, disassembly, assembly, repair, replacement, troubleshooting, diagnostics, wiring harness repair, component testing, torque specifications, alignment procedures, and special tool requirements. Technical Depth Technical Depth: Factory-level diagnostic and repair procedures, including detailed step-by-step instructions, exploded views, schematics, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and manufacturer-specific technical service bulletins (TSBs) where applicable. Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagrams Coverage: Comprehensive electrical system wiring diagrams for all major circuits, including powertrain, chassis, body, and comfort features. Diagnostic Trouble Codes Diagnostic Trouble Codes Coverage: Detailed lists of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), their meanings, and step-by-step diagnostic procedures for each. Torque Specifications Torque Specifications Coverage: Specific torque values for all critical fasteners related to engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, and chassis components. Component Replacement Component Replacement Procedures: Detailed instructions for the removal and installation of virtually every component, from minor sensors to major assemblies like the engine and transmission. Body And Trim Body And Trim Coverage: Procedures for interior and exterior trim removal/installation, body panel repairs, glass replacement, and alignment. Wheel Tire Specifications Wheel Tire Specifications: Wheel sizes (e.g., 17-inch, 18-inch, 20-inch options), bolt patterns (6x139.7mm), tire sizes (e.g., P265/70R17, P275/55R20), and inflation pressures. Capacities Fluid Capacities: Engine oil, coolant, transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and windshield washer fluid capacities. Refrigerant Refrigerant Specifications: R-134a refrigerant and compatible compressor oil (e.g., PAG 46). 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF (Searchable and Printable) Print Quality Print Quality: High-resolution diagrams, schematics, and text suitable for printing. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Primary Engine: 6.0L (5967cc) OHV 16-valve V8 (Vortec 6000 LQ4/LQ9) Engine Variants Engine Variants: LQ4 (standard), LQ9 (high-output, '04+ Escalade ESV/EXT and certain standard Escalades) Performance Lq4 Horsepower Lq4: 345 hp @ 5200 rpm Torque Lq4: 380 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm Performance Lq9 Horsepower Lq9: 345 hp @ 5200 rpm (some sources cite 325 hp for early LQ9 applications) Torque Lq9: 380 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm (some sources cite 370 lb-ft for early LQ9 applications) Fuel System Fuel System: Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (SFI), Tuned Port Injection (TPI) on earlier models of the platform but primarily SFI for this generation Escalade. Ignition System Ignition System: Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with Coil-Near-Plug ignition. Block Material Block Material: Cast Iron Head Material Head Material: Aluminum Bore Stroke Bore Stroke: 4.00 in x 3.62 in (101.6 mm x 91.9 mm) Compression Ratio Compression Ratio: 8.8:1 (LQ4), 9.4:1 (LQ9) 🔧 Transmission Standard Standard Transmission: 4-speed automatic overdrive (4L60-E) Optional Optional Transmission: N/A (4L60-E was standard across the range) Features Transmission Features: Electronically controlled, with torque converter lock-up clutch for improved fuel economy. Features include Tow/Haul mode. Drivetrain Drivetrain: Available in Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Full-Time All-Wheel Drive (AWD). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Escalade Length Escalade: Approx. 207.5 inches (5271 mm) Width Escalade: Approx. 79.5 inches (2019 mm) Height Escalade: Approx. 75.7 inches (1923 mm) Exterior Escalade Esv Length Escalade Esv: Approx. 221.4 inches (5624 mm) Width Escalade Esv: Approx. 79.5 inches (2019 mm) Height Escalade Esv: Approx. 75.7 inches (1923 mm) Weights Curb Weight Escalade: Approx. 5,500 - 5,800 lbs (2495 - 2630 kg) Gvwr: Approx. 7,000 lbs (3175 kg) Cargo Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row Escalade: Approx. 47.4 cu ft (1.34 m³) Cargo Volume Behind...
The Cadillac Escalade of this era was positioned as a full-size luxury SUV, offering premium comfort, advanced features for its time, and a commanding presence, competing with other luxury SUVs like the Lincoln Navigator and Land Rover Range Rover.
Competitive Analysis
Competitive Analysis:
This generation of Escalade built upon the previous model's success, solidifying its status in the luxury SUV segment with a focus on refined interior appointments, powerful V8 engines, and advanced (for the time) electronic features.
Key Features
Key Features:
Standard V8 power, available All-Wheel Drive, luxurious interior appointments (leather seating, premium audio), substantial towing capacity, and the distinctive Cadillac styling. The manual covers the comprehensive details needed to maintain and repair these premium features.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Coverage Areas:
All systems and components of the Cadillac Escalade for the specified model years.
Page Count
Page Count:
Extensive (exact number varies by digital format, but represents a comprehensive factory-level document)
Manual Type
Manual Type:
Complete Workshop Service Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
Downloadable Digital Format (typically PDF)
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Systems Covered:
Engine mechanical, engine control systems (ECM/PCM), fuel system, ignition system, cooling system, lubrication system, exhaust system, transmission (automatic), drivetrain (AWD/RWD), brakes (hydraulic, ABS), suspension (front and rear), steering, HVAC, electrical system (including wiring diagrams), body and chassis, interior systems, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and specifications.
Factory-level diagnostic and repair procedures, including detailed step-by-step instructions, exploded views, schematics, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and manufacturer-specific technical service bulletins (TSBs) where applicable.
Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagrams Coverage:
Comprehensive electrical system wiring diagrams for all major circuits, including powertrain, chassis, body, and comfort features.
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Diagnostic Trouble Codes Coverage:
Detailed lists of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), their meanings, and step-by-step diagnostic procedures for each.
Torque Specifications
Torque Specifications Coverage:
Specific torque values for all critical fasteners related to engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, and chassis components.
Component Replacement
Component Replacement Procedures:
Detailed instructions for the removal and installation of virtually every component, from minor sensors to major assemblies like the engine and transmission.
Body And Trim
Body And Trim Coverage:
Procedures for interior and exterior trim removal/installation, body panel repairs, glass replacement, and alignment.
LQ4 (standard), LQ9 (high-output, '04+ Escalade ESV/EXT and certain standard Escalades)
Performance Lq4
Horsepower Lq4:
345 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque Lq4:
380 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Performance Lq9
Horsepower Lq9:
345 hp @ 5200 rpm (some sources cite 325 hp for early LQ9 applications)
Torque Lq9:
380 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm (some sources cite 370 lb-ft for early LQ9 applications)
Fuel System
Fuel System:
Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (SFI), Tuned Port Injection (TPI) on earlier models of the platform but primarily SFI for this generation Escalade.
Ignition System
Ignition System:
Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with Coil-Near-Plug ignition.
Block Material
Block Material:
Cast Iron
Head Material
Head Material:
Aluminum
Bore Stroke
Bore Stroke:
4.00 in x 3.62 in (101.6 mm x 91.9 mm)
Compression Ratio
Compression Ratio:
8.8:1 (LQ4), 9.4:1 (LQ9)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Standard Transmission:
4-speed automatic overdrive (4L60-E)
Optional
Optional Transmission:
N/A (4L60-E was standard across the range)
Features
Transmission Features:
Electronically controlled, with torque converter lock-up clutch for improved fuel economy. Features include Tow/Haul mode.
Drivetrain
Drivetrain:
Available in Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Full-Time All-Wheel Drive (AWD).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior Escalade
Length Escalade:
Approx. 207.5 inches (5271 mm)
Width Escalade:
Approx. 79.5 inches (2019 mm)
Height Escalade:
Approx. 75.7 inches (1923 mm)
Exterior Escalade Esv
Length Escalade Esv:
Approx. 221.4 inches (5624 mm)
Width Escalade Esv:
Approx. 79.5 inches (2019 mm)
Height Escalade Esv:
Approx. 75.7 inches (1923 mm)
Weights
Curb Weight Escalade:
Approx. 5,500 - 5,800 lbs (2495 - 2630 kg)
Gvwr:
Approx. 7,000 lbs (3175 kg)
Cargo
Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row Escalade:
Approx. 47.4 cu ft (1.34 m³)
Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row Escalade:
Approx. 92.7 cu ft (2.62 m³)
Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row Escalade:
Approx. 137.4 cu ft (3.89 m³)
Wheelbase
Wheelbase:
130.0 inches (3302 mm) for ESV/EXT, 116.0 inches (2946 mm) for standard Escalade.
Wheelbase Escalade:
116.0 inches (2946 mm)
Wheelbase Escalade Esv Ext:
130.0 inches (3302 mm)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Rollover Resistance:
Generally rated well for its class due to standard StabiliTrak and AWD systems. Specific 5-star ratings varied by test year and configuration.
Active Features
Active Safety Features:
Standard StabiliTrak (electronic stability control), available Traction Control System (TCS), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Passive Features
Passive Safety Features:
Dual-stage front airbags, front side-impact airbags, available second-row side-impact airbags, three-point seat belts with pretensioners, LATCH child seat anchors, strong body-on-frame construction.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
Deluxe AM/FM/CD/Cassette stereo with premium Bose® sound system, optional navigation system, rear-seat entertainment system (DVD player and screens).
OnStar® communications system (subscription-based), optional Bluetooth hands-free phone system on later models.
Comfort Convenience
Comfort Convenience Features:
Heated front and rear seats, power-adjustable pedals, dual-zone automatic climate control, remote keyless entry, power liftgate, memory seats and mirrors.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals Oil
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,000-5,000 miles or 3-6 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type. Manual specifies monitoring oil life system.
Service Intervals Filters
Air Filter Replacement:
Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed. Manual provides specific inspection procedures.
Service Intervals Coolant
Coolant Flush Interval:
First flush at 100,000 miles, then every 50,000 miles. Consult manual for specific coolant type.
Service Intervals Transmission
Transmission Fluid Change:
Inspect every 30,000 miles, replace fluid and filter every 50,000-100,000 miles (refer to manual for severe service schedule).
Fluid Specifications Oil
Engine Oil Specification:
SAE 5W-30, API certified, meeting GM specification GM6094M. Check manual for exact viscosity based on climate.
Fluid Specifications Coolant
Coolant Specification:
GM Dex-Cool® Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Orange) or equivalent silicate-free, orange-colored coolant meeting GM6277M specification.
Fluid Specifications Transmission
Transmission Fluid Specification:
Dexron-III (or Dexron-VI, which is backward compatible) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF).
Fluid Specifications Power Steering
Power Steering Fluid Specification:
GM Power Steering Fluid (PSF) or equivalent.
Fluid Specifications Brake
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 3 brake fluid.
Known Issues
Known Issues:
Possible issues include: transmission solenoid failures, catalytic converter failure, rear main seal leaks, HVAC blower motor resistor failure, power liftgate issues, interior electronic glitches, and suspension component wear (e.g., control arm bushings).
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Heritage:
Cadillac, a division of General Motors, has a long history of producing luxury vehicles since its founding in 1902. The brand is known for innovation, comfort, and prestige.
Model Evolution
Model Evolution:
The second-generation Escalade (2002-2006) represented a significant redesign, moving to the GMT800 platform shared with Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and GMC Yukon/Yukon XL. It offered a more integrated, sleeker design compared to its truck-based predecessor and introduced the longer wheelbase ESV and pickup-truck-like EXT variants.
Production
Production Locations:
Arlington, Texas, USA (GM Assembly Plant).
Production Years Overall
Production Years Overall:
1999-Present
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Recognitions:
The Cadillac Escalade, particularly this generation, was frequently recognized for its luxury, comfort, and styling, often appearing on 'most luxurious SUV' lists. While specific awards vary, it consistently represented Cadillac's flagship SUV offering.